Gleeds Corporate Services Ltd
Senior Estimator Senior Consultant Level Derby - two days a week travel to client site (mixture of home and office working) Permanent Full-time with flexible working and core hours Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Independent since 1875, we are proud to deliver award-winning projects around the world. We are an accredited Great Place to Work employer, with our people at the heart of everything we do. Climate change and sustainability is at the top of our agenda, we have been established within the energy sector for the past 40 years and have achieved significant growth in the past years as we contribute to a sector that will have trillions of pounds of investment over the next decade. Our teams are at the forefront of the change, managing life changing projects in Solar, Hydrogen, Nuclear, Renewables and Defence, and we want you to be part of that too. We are looking to recruit a highly motivated Estimator to join our team on a permanent basis. In this team you will play a crucial part in managing the construction of new facilities as well as the regeneration of older ones in a heavily regulated nuclear defence environment. There aren't many projects available in the UK that offer the chance to work on complex infrastructure using cutting edge technology that will contribute towards the UK's safety. Your day to day could sometimes involve: To produce and manage pre qualification submissions to the required standards and on time. Development of estimate plans and solutions and to lead client estimating activities where required. Utilise different and appropriate estimating techniques in development of estimates for validation, benchmarking or independent analysis. Methods of determining time, cost and quality relationships and their influence on the accuracy of the total estimate. Ensure that all estimates are reviewed, approved and documented or presented. However no two days are the same, we are a flexible team that supports each other's projects as well as getting involved with wider business activities and we believe that variety is key to your development. Who we're looking for Security Cleared or ability to gain Security Clearance. Relevant experience in Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management; experience in the Nuclear / Civil engineering / Engineering (including Service Contracting) sectors is desired but not essential. Broad spectrum of technical knowledge relating to Procurement, Supply Chain, Cost and Commercial Management - ideally both pre and post contract. Experience of standard forms of contract, including the NEC suite, and Public Contract Regulations 2015 would be beneficial, and candidates' personal and communication skills, ambition, drive and energy will be considered equally important to be successful. Ideally HNC, HND or Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management, Construction Law, or a similar/relevant discipline, or, in some cases, applicants with an alternative background (e.g.: Engineering) may be considered. Professional qualifications and/or membership of the RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS or other relevant Chartered Institute are desirable, and will be supported if not already attained. What we can offer you in return Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and further qualifications. Fantastic networking opportunities to grow your personal brand and expand your understanding of the industry. Generous holiday allowance plus the option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme. Highly competitive salary and the opportunity to increase this through continuous reviews. Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well being comes first. Flexible working arrangements to ensure you have a healthy work life balance. Volunteering opportunities to engage with your local community or charitable organisations. Unparalleled support from central teams and a company that is recognised as a Great Place to Work. About us Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.
Senior Estimator Senior Consultant Level Derby - two days a week travel to client site (mixture of home and office working) Permanent Full-time with flexible working and core hours Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Independent since 1875, we are proud to deliver award-winning projects around the world. We are an accredited Great Place to Work employer, with our people at the heart of everything we do. Climate change and sustainability is at the top of our agenda, we have been established within the energy sector for the past 40 years and have achieved significant growth in the past years as we contribute to a sector that will have trillions of pounds of investment over the next decade. Our teams are at the forefront of the change, managing life changing projects in Solar, Hydrogen, Nuclear, Renewables and Defence, and we want you to be part of that too. We are looking to recruit a highly motivated Estimator to join our team on a permanent basis. In this team you will play a crucial part in managing the construction of new facilities as well as the regeneration of older ones in a heavily regulated nuclear defence environment. There aren't many projects available in the UK that offer the chance to work on complex infrastructure using cutting edge technology that will contribute towards the UK's safety. Your day to day could sometimes involve: To produce and manage pre qualification submissions to the required standards and on time. Development of estimate plans and solutions and to lead client estimating activities where required. Utilise different and appropriate estimating techniques in development of estimates for validation, benchmarking or independent analysis. Methods of determining time, cost and quality relationships and their influence on the accuracy of the total estimate. Ensure that all estimates are reviewed, approved and documented or presented. However no two days are the same, we are a flexible team that supports each other's projects as well as getting involved with wider business activities and we believe that variety is key to your development. Who we're looking for Security Cleared or ability to gain Security Clearance. Relevant experience in Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management; experience in the Nuclear / Civil engineering / Engineering (including Service Contracting) sectors is desired but not essential. Broad spectrum of technical knowledge relating to Procurement, Supply Chain, Cost and Commercial Management - ideally both pre and post contract. Experience of standard forms of contract, including the NEC suite, and Public Contract Regulations 2015 would be beneficial, and candidates' personal and communication skills, ambition, drive and energy will be considered equally important to be successful. Ideally HNC, HND or Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management, Construction Law, or a similar/relevant discipline, or, in some cases, applicants with an alternative background (e.g.: Engineering) may be considered. Professional qualifications and/or membership of the RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS or other relevant Chartered Institute are desirable, and will be supported if not already attained. What we can offer you in return Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and further qualifications. Fantastic networking opportunities to grow your personal brand and expand your understanding of the industry. Generous holiday allowance plus the option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme. Highly competitive salary and the opportunity to increase this through continuous reviews. Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well being comes first. Flexible working arrangements to ensure you have a healthy work life balance. Volunteering opportunities to engage with your local community or charitable organisations. Unparalleled support from central teams and a company that is recognised as a Great Place to Work. About us Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.
Climate17
Leeds, Yorkshire
Our client is a leading UK-based developer of grid scale renewable energy and battery energy storage (BESS) projects. Backed by a well established property and investment group, the business benefits from deep expertise in land promotion, development, and long term commercial investment, combined with a strong track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects. The company is actively supporting the UK's transition to a Net Zero carbon economy by 2050 and manages a substantial and growing portfolio comprising: Over 1.2GW of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Approximately 140MW of solar PV projects Around 670MW of projects already consented Working closely with landowners, local authorities, network operators, investors, and supply chain partners, the business brings forward technically robust, commercially viable renewable energy assets. Projects are supported by experienced in house planning, technical, and commercial teams, alongside best in class external consultants. The Opportunity Due to continued portfolio growth and an expanding pipeline moving toward construction, the company is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join the team. Reporting to a senior member of the leadership team, this role will take ownership of projects from late stage development through pre construction and delivery, with strong involvement in commercial, contractual, and risk management matters. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced renewable energy project professional with a strong grounding in pre construction and delivery, who is comfortable operating across technical, commercial, and stakeholder interfaces in a stand alone role based in Bury St Edmunds 3 days a week. The role offers significant autonomy, exposure to senior decision making, and clear progression potential within a growing and well capitalised developer. You will be responsible for managing projects through key gateways including planning, grid, pre construction, contractor procurement, contract negotiation, and construction delivery, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Key Responsibilities Project Management & Delivery Lead the end to end project management of renewable energy and BESS projects from late stage development through pre construction and construction delivery. Establish and manage project programmes, budgets, risk registers, and reporting structures. Coordinate multidisciplinary internal teams and external consultants to ensure timely and efficient project progression. Act as the primary point of contact for projects during pre construction and delivery phases. Pre Construction & Procurement Lead pre construction activities including scope definition, design development, and buildability reviews. Manage procurement strategies for EPC, balance of plant, and key subcontract packages. Prepare and issue tender documentation, manage bid processes, and lead contractor evaluations. Support the transition from development into construction readiness (notice to proceed). Commercial & Contracts Management Develop and maintain strong commercial oversight of projects, including cost planning, cash flow forecasting, and change control. Lead or support the negotiation of key project contracts (e.g. EPC, ICP, O&M, consultant appointments). Work closely with legal and commercial advisors to ensure contracts appropriately manage risk and align with investment requirements. Monitor contractor performance against contractual obligations during delivery. Grid, Planning & Technical Interfaces Coordinate with grid teams, DNOs, National Grid, and ICPs to manage grid connection delivery and programme alignment. Work alongside planning and technical specialists to manage discharge of conditions and compliance with consented schemes. Ensure technical designs align with planning, grid, land, and commercial constraints. Stakeholder & Interface Management Build and maintain strong working relationships with contractors, consultants, landowners, investors, and statutory bodies. Represent the company professionally at project meetings, site inspections, and senior stakeholder forums. Provide clear and concise project updates to senior management and investors. Transaction & Investment Support Support project level due diligence activities for financing, joint ventures, or asset sales. Contribute to data room preparation and technical/commercial inputs for M&A processes. Assist in the successful handover of projects to asset management or operations teams. About You Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager within renewable energy, energy storage, or related infrastructure sectors. Strong experience across pre construction and construction delivery phases of complex projects. Sound commercial and contractual awareness, including experience managing budgets, contracts, and contractor performance. Strong understanding of grid connection, planning, and development processes for UK renewable energy projects. Excellent organisational and programme management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams concurrently. Confident communicator with strong stakeholder and contractor management capability. Proactive, detail oriented, and commercially pragmatic approach to problem solving. Desirable Experience delivering BESS and/or utility scale solar projects. Familiarity with EPC and ICP contracting models. Experience supporting project financing, M&A, or asset sale processes. Professional qualification in project management, engineering, surveying, or a related discipline (e.g. MRICS, MAPM, PMP). Why Join? Join a high growth renewable energy developer at the forefront of the UK energy transition. Work on a diverse, nationally significant portfolio of solar and energy storage projects. Play a pivotal role in taking projects from development into construction and operation. High levels of responsibility, autonomy, and visibility within the business. Collaborative, professional, and forward thinking working culture with clear long term career progression. Summary This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced renewable energy Senior Project Manager to join a well capitalised and ambitious developer at a critical stage of growth. You will play a central role in delivering high quality renewable energy projects that contribute meaningfully to the UK's Net Zero ambitions. About Us Climate17 is a purpose led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector. Inclusive Application Process Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.
Our client is a leading UK-based developer of grid scale renewable energy and battery energy storage (BESS) projects. Backed by a well established property and investment group, the business benefits from deep expertise in land promotion, development, and long term commercial investment, combined with a strong track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects. The company is actively supporting the UK's transition to a Net Zero carbon economy by 2050 and manages a substantial and growing portfolio comprising: Over 1.2GW of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Approximately 140MW of solar PV projects Around 670MW of projects already consented Working closely with landowners, local authorities, network operators, investors, and supply chain partners, the business brings forward technically robust, commercially viable renewable energy assets. Projects are supported by experienced in house planning, technical, and commercial teams, alongside best in class external consultants. The Opportunity Due to continued portfolio growth and an expanding pipeline moving toward construction, the company is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join the team. Reporting to a senior member of the leadership team, this role will take ownership of projects from late stage development through pre construction and delivery, with strong involvement in commercial, contractual, and risk management matters. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced renewable energy project professional with a strong grounding in pre construction and delivery, who is comfortable operating across technical, commercial, and stakeholder interfaces in a stand alone role based in Bury St Edmunds 3 days a week. The role offers significant autonomy, exposure to senior decision making, and clear progression potential within a growing and well capitalised developer. You will be responsible for managing projects through key gateways including planning, grid, pre construction, contractor procurement, contract negotiation, and construction delivery, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Key Responsibilities Project Management & Delivery Lead the end to end project management of renewable energy and BESS projects from late stage development through pre construction and construction delivery. Establish and manage project programmes, budgets, risk registers, and reporting structures. Coordinate multidisciplinary internal teams and external consultants to ensure timely and efficient project progression. Act as the primary point of contact for projects during pre construction and delivery phases. Pre Construction & Procurement Lead pre construction activities including scope definition, design development, and buildability reviews. Manage procurement strategies for EPC, balance of plant, and key subcontract packages. Prepare and issue tender documentation, manage bid processes, and lead contractor evaluations. Support the transition from development into construction readiness (notice to proceed). Commercial & Contracts Management Develop and maintain strong commercial oversight of projects, including cost planning, cash flow forecasting, and change control. Lead or support the negotiation of key project contracts (e.g. EPC, ICP, O&M, consultant appointments). Work closely with legal and commercial advisors to ensure contracts appropriately manage risk and align with investment requirements. Monitor contractor performance against contractual obligations during delivery. Grid, Planning & Technical Interfaces Coordinate with grid teams, DNOs, National Grid, and ICPs to manage grid connection delivery and programme alignment. Work alongside planning and technical specialists to manage discharge of conditions and compliance with consented schemes. Ensure technical designs align with planning, grid, land, and commercial constraints. Stakeholder & Interface Management Build and maintain strong working relationships with contractors, consultants, landowners, investors, and statutory bodies. Represent the company professionally at project meetings, site inspections, and senior stakeholder forums. Provide clear and concise project updates to senior management and investors. Transaction & Investment Support Support project level due diligence activities for financing, joint ventures, or asset sales. Contribute to data room preparation and technical/commercial inputs for M&A processes. Assist in the successful handover of projects to asset management or operations teams. About You Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager within renewable energy, energy storage, or related infrastructure sectors. Strong experience across pre construction and construction delivery phases of complex projects. Sound commercial and contractual awareness, including experience managing budgets, contracts, and contractor performance. Strong understanding of grid connection, planning, and development processes for UK renewable energy projects. Excellent organisational and programme management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams concurrently. Confident communicator with strong stakeholder and contractor management capability. Proactive, detail oriented, and commercially pragmatic approach to problem solving. Desirable Experience delivering BESS and/or utility scale solar projects. Familiarity with EPC and ICP contracting models. Experience supporting project financing, M&A, or asset sale processes. Professional qualification in project management, engineering, surveying, or a related discipline (e.g. MRICS, MAPM, PMP). Why Join? Join a high growth renewable energy developer at the forefront of the UK energy transition. Work on a diverse, nationally significant portfolio of solar and energy storage projects. Play a pivotal role in taking projects from development into construction and operation. High levels of responsibility, autonomy, and visibility within the business. Collaborative, professional, and forward thinking working culture with clear long term career progression. Summary This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced renewable energy Senior Project Manager to join a well capitalised and ambitious developer at a critical stage of growth. You will play a central role in delivering high quality renewable energy projects that contribute meaningfully to the UK's Net Zero ambitions. About Us Climate17 is a purpose led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector. Inclusive Application Process Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.
